Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Senior Sous Chef in Cardiff, where you'll inspire your team while ensuring high standards in food and service. With a focus on personal growth and a positive environment, you'll lead the kitchen to success. Enjoy competitive benefits including bonuses, free meals, and a family-friendly policy.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension scheme

Holiday and training

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to engage the team effectively.
• Knowledge of kitchen financials and maintaining safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver exceptional results.
• Support continuous coaching and development of the team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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wagamama

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Cardiff, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, valuing personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent, role-model a coaching culture within the management team.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to high standards, either through your own efforts or by equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Have experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety, understanding the financial aspects of a kitchen including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Are focused on building a coaching culture within your team, working with your head chef to recruit and develop talent, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

What we look for |

• A head chef or senior sous chef with experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive actions in a fast-paced environment.
• A strong communicator who engages in meaningful conversations, ensuring your team feels supported and heard.
• Experienced in maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards.
• Knowledgeable about kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Capable of managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• An inspiring leader who motivates their team to flourish in their roles and careers.
• Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• A proactive problem solver, able to think quickly and adapt.

Wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals)
• First to try our new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our programme

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages, are not guaranteed, and are not part of employment compensation.